Through our Aging in Place program, Habitat DeKalb helps older adults age preserve their home and their independence specific to each homeowner’s lifestyle. We collaborate with human services organizations to evaluate individual needs and provide critical home repairs, modifications and community services.
Aging in Place
Repairs we're able to provide
Critical Home Repairs:
Keeping homes safe, dry, and warm.
- Roof repairs
- Plumbing
- Heating and cooling
- Electrical
- Structural (walls, floors, ceilings)
- Extensive siding
- Water infiltration
- Weatherization (insulation, windows)
Aging In Place Repairs:
Helping preserve independence.
- Accessibility improvements
- Fall prevention
- Ramp installations
Cosmetic repairs NOT included in this program
Do you qualify home repairs?
I am a senior
I am a veteran
The Home Repair Program works with homeowners who need assistance with critical repairs that will alleviate health and safety issues. Habitat also offers Home Preservation as a component of the Repair Program to address minor home maintenance and repairs to the home and Aging in Place services for older adults and those with physical or mental impairments to better enable people to live and age safely in their homes.
Requirements
- Must submit $500 one-time payment
- Must agree to a forgivable 5-year lien on your home
- Must be aged 65+ or disabled
- Must meet income requirements
- Home must be at least 15 years old
- Must have owned and lived in home for at least 1 year
- Must be a US citizen or permanent legal resident
